Whilst nearly 170 million no and low ABV beers were drunk last year, the trade association predicts that Brits will consume 200 million by the end of the year - with 22 million pints expected to be poured in December alone.
Christmas is a typically boozy time of year, as work office parties and prolonged time with extended family prompt many Britons to reach for a drink.
But new data suggests this season may be a slightly more sober affair after alcohol consumption fell to a record low in Britain.
The National Assembly of Quebec has published a bill reducing regulatory burdens on the spirits industry, however calls to expand the sale of ready-to-drink (RTD) products have been ignored.
European Union officials have reached a provisional agreement on a new policy framework aimed at strengthening and modernizing the EU wine sector.
HALIFAX - Nova Scotia liquor stores will once again stock booze from the United States beginning today, but for a limited time only.
The province is selling off its remaining stock of alcohol from the U.S. and plans to donate the proceeds to charity.
DrinkWise has joined forces with the Australian Government's Smartaveller service to launch a new national campaign designed to raise awareness about alcohol safety for young Australians traveling overseas this summer.
Members of the European Parliament's Agriculture Committee voted on Wednesday to adopt a report clarifying and updating rules for the wine sector across the European Union.
Venue owners, licensees, managers and bar staff in New South Wales are being put on notice, with the state government announcing tougher sanctions for those that fail to keep hospitality workers and patrons safe.
The B.C. General Employees' Union (BCGEU) has struck a tentative deal with the provincial government, which could end the weeks-long strike that has impacted everything from liquor distribution to wildfire fighting.
An Alko outlet in the Ullanlinna neighbourhood of Helsinki has removed bottles of stronger spirits from its shelves, and replaced them with photographs of the products printed on cardboard.